2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (230 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | PT Cruiser | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2423 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |